Here's a general range:
* Average: 40-175 pounds (18-79 kg)
* Male: Typically larger than females, weighing 70-175 pounds (32-79 kg)
* Female: Typically smaller than males, weighing 40-100 pounds (18-45 kg)
* Pups: Weigh just a few pounds at birth and grow rapidly
Here's a breakdown by subspecies:
* Gray Wolf (Canis lupus): The most common subspecies, with males averaging 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg) and females averaging 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg).
* Red Wolf (Canis rufus): Smaller than gray wolves, with males averaging 50-80 pounds (23-36 kg) and females averaging 40-60 pounds (18-27 kg).
* Eastern Wolf (Canis lupus lycaon): Similar in size to red wolves, with males averaging 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg) and females averaging 45-65 pounds (20-29 kg).
* Arctic Wolf (Canis lupus arctos): The largest subspecies, with males averaging 100-175 pounds (45-79 kg) and females averaging 80-125 pounds (36-57 kg).
It's important to note that these are just average weights and can vary widely within each subspecies. Factors such as diet, habitat, and individual genetics also play a role.